Baby Blue Dragons
For children 2.5 to 3.5 years of age.
The toddler classroom is painted whisper blue.
Blue is the color of water and the sea, it represents life, peace and tranquility. Lighter shades of blue help calm students, especially those that are starting school for the first time. Blue is thought to help build trust and confidence and reduce behavior issues in the classroom.
Ms. Jahnia
Teacher
Baby Blue Dragons
A Southern California native, Ms. Jahnia was born and raised in Los Angeles. Ms. Jahnia graduated from Hollywood High school, a performance arts school where she enjoyed singing, dancing, and theater! Having a passion for children, Ms. Jahnia attended West Los Angeles College where she earned her Associate’s degree in Child Development.
Currently she attends California State University, Dominguez Hills, where she is continuing her education in Child development with plans to earn her Bachelors. A love for teaching young minds & being able to be a part of each child’s individual growth is what drives her each day.
On weekends and in her spare time, Ms. Jahnia enjoys going to the gym to work out, hiking the many trails of LA, as well as bike riding.
Ms. Denise C.
Teacher
Baby Blue Dragons
Ms. Denise is born and raised in Los Angeles. Her love for teaching flourished when her first nephew was born. However, her passion for pursuing education grew as she volunteered at an elementary school working with kindergartners.
Currently, she is a senior at California State University Northridge where she is earning her bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent development! Ms. Denise hopes to continue to grow through her education and eventually earn her Masters.
In her spare time Ms. Denise enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Jesus, and her son. She enjoys going to the park, hiking with her family, and finding delicious eats all around the city!
Ms. Melany
Department Head
Baby Blue Dragons
Ms. Mel was born and raised in Pasadena, California. She is a South Pasadena High School alumni and has had the opportunity to watch her younger siblings attend there as well. She is currently a junior at California State University, Northridge where she is working to earn her degree in Child and Adolescent Development.
Her interest in child development began when she had the opportunity to do fieldwork at a local preschool during her second year at Santa Monica College. There she earned her Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Science. High energy environments is what she thrives off of and is always happy to give a warm smile.
When not teaching, Ms. Mel is trying out new restaurants (she’s a new vegan), curating new tattoo ideas, spending time with 1 out of her 8 siblings, or traveling to new hiking destinations with friends. She is thrilled for an exciting summer and can’t wait to be a part of the fall school year.